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KNAPPOGUE CASTLE MEDIEVAL BANQUET
- On arrival guests are welcomed at the Castle door by the ladies and the butler of the castle and the Banquet begins with a goblet or two of Mead in the Dalcassian Hall.
- The Earl’s Butler relates the history of the Castle explaining the ‘Rules of Chivalry’ practiced at the Castle and the dire consequences of breaching them!!!!!!!
- Guests enter the Banquet Hall. The evening is presided over by 4 “Kings of Ireland” who are chosen from the audience – the Kings of Munster, Leinster, Ulster and Connaught.
- The 5 course meal is a pleasant balance of Irish Fish and Meat dishes as served during the period and is accompanied with music and song.
- After dinner, we invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy the entertainment programme. The programme of music, song and dance that takes you on a magical musical journey from the medieval times through to the 20th century.
Banquet Menu
Aperitif – Mead
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Smoked Irish Salmon
with Cucumber and Dill Salad
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Tomato & Basil Soup
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Supreme of Chicken in a Verinque Sauce served with
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables & Baby Roast Potatoes
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Rastin
(Lemon Cheesecake)
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Tea / Coffee
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Vegetarian Tartlet
Leek, Mushroom and Spinach Tartlet topped with Cashel Blue Cheese, drizzled with a Creamy Tomato Sauce
(For private / incentive groups we can offer upgraded menus according to the clients requirements)
Location
Knappogue Castle in Quin Village, Co. Clare is located on the R469 just 15 miles from Shannon Airport.
Historical note
Knappogue Castle, built in 1467 by Sean Mac Con McNamara, is a magnificent example of a medieval tower house, just 3 miles from Quin Village.
Banquet sitting times
6.30pm May to October.
Entertainment
35 minute entertainment programme in music, song, and dance performed by 11 Castle Entertainers. This banquet is the feast of the Kings of Ireland where each of the four provinces of Ireland are represented.
Capacity
160 pax.
Car & Coach Facilities :
Car Park situated behind the Castle has extensive parking facilities.
Banquet Rates
April 1 2008 - March 31st 2009
Adult: €54.50 Child (6-9yrs): €27.25 Child (9-12 yrs): €41.00 Child (upto 6 yrs) Free of Charge
